Vacancy

I crave a love like nothing I've ever known

So I'm on my hands and knees scrubbing out any trace of what I've been shown

I'm dusting off all the pieces of my heart that lovers stole just to cast aside

I'm piecing it back together with tape and with glue and with hope

And with little pride

I've wiped the jaded stain away from my eyes and prayed for clear vision

I threw away those rose colored lenses that leave me empty and wanting

I have even cleaned my spirit for you, Love

The dirtiest of places

Secret spaces where my my demons reside

I made them leave

"This brick-house is under new management", I told them,

"And the cost of living isn't within you means"

They didn't go quietly, but I stood my ground

Inner battles fought and won for the sake of starting anew

I have removed everything

And made space for you